College of Medicine: The Rounds Newsletter

Dear College of Medicine Alumni,

On a recent gorgeous spring day, 178 students received their MD degrees at the Honors Day Ceremony, and nearly 100 students earned master's and PhD degrees. Like you, they are multifaceted, talented, smart and compassionate people who want to make a difference. Juxtaposed with these confident and knowledgeable new doctors on their way to residencies are the eager but anxious new students that will be welcomed at the White Coat Ceremony later this summer. Just as the transition from winter to summer brings rebirth and rejuvenation, our transition from Honors Day to the White Coat Ceremony reminds us that learning never stops. We are part of a cycle of teaching, learning, research and care that began centuries ago.

As a PGY46, I feel the excitement of our graduates and the anticipation of our new students every year. I step down as dean confident of what we have done together to enable breakthrough achievements long into the future. No words can thank you enough for everything you do for the UC College of Medicine. You make a difference. You lead and inspire discovery and excellence, just as countless others have led and inspired us. Very sincerely yours,

Sincerely,

Andrew T. Filak Jr., MD
Senior Vice President for Health Affairs and
Christian R. Holmes Professor and Dean
College of Medicine